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alex_wordweaver's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I am sobbing. This book. 10/10 would recommend, bring tissues. Fuck.
pricklybriar's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
zoereads88's review against another edition
4.0
An incredibly dark but fast-paced dystopian tale that tackles colonialism, trauma, and residential schools. It's not a light or easy read, but it also captures the hope and resilience of a people fighting for freedom from oppression.
alicia_ann_reads's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
I think I actually liked the second book way more than the first one!
Here we have multiple POVs, secrets and deceit, but love and family unity.
An overall excellent read.
Here we have multiple POVs, secrets and deceit, but love and family unity.
An overall excellent read.
hattieparris's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
theangrystackrat's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
The sequel to the Marrow Thieves, this was an emotional gut punch. I spent nearly this entire book in panic mode willing the characters to safety and love. Themes of community, relationships, and forgiveness are so strong. Dimaline's writing is magical.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Racism, and Death
elemomi's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
readingrobin's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Though a sequel wasn't originally in the cards for The Marrow Thieves, Dimaline made Hunting by Stars just as moving, challenging, heartbreaking, and hopeful. It had been a few years since I read the first book, but it all came back quickly as I started to get into the meat of the story. Dystopia is a hard genre for me, mainly because of the dark injustices that come with these type of stories, but I think the amount of determination and light that balance with the pain makes this series bearable. With every disturbing scene, every brutal moment, there is an act or thought of love that counteracts it. The persistence of love and loyalty in the face of adversity and dehumanization makes this such a strong story and makes the characters that more meaningful.
The horror of the schools and the threats facing French and his family are steeped in historic truth, making them all the more terrifying. There are moments in this book that are genuinely disturbing where you see the absolute worst in humanity and the lengths people are willing to go to protect their own. It goes a little harder than the last book, since we see more into how the schools are run as well as dangers that lurk beyond familiar borders. Despite all the things French and his family overcome, there never seems to be any shortage of adversaries which, while depressing, seems to hit close to home.
With this continuation, I wonder if there would be a third book to tie up loose ends and give a few last resolutions. It at least ends with hope for future generations and perhaps that is enough for now.
The horror of the schools and the threats facing French and his family are steeped in historic truth, making them all the more terrifying. There are moments in this book that are genuinely disturbing where you see the absolute worst in humanity and the lengths people are willing to go to protect their own. It goes a little harder than the last book, since we see more into how the schools are run as well as dangers that lurk beyond familiar borders. Despite all the things French and his family overcome, there never seems to be any shortage of adversaries which, while depressing, seems to hit close to home.
With this continuation, I wonder if there would be a third book to tie up loose ends and give a few last resolutions. It at least ends with hope for future generations and perhaps that is enough for now.
druy10's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
franklyfrank's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5